Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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